Automakers Roll Out Their Best Rides at the 2009 Auto Show

NEW YORK (AP/ 1010 WINS) -- Battered automakers are unveiling greener, hipper cars at the New York International Auto Show that they hope will satisfy scared buyers. 1010 WINS reporter John Montone checked out the most forward-looking and "clean" vehicles from the likes of Mercedes-Benz, Ford, and Toyota, to name a few. PHOTO GALLERY: 2009 Auto Show Mercedes-Benz is debuting four new vehicles, including a high-performance version of its E-Class sedan and two hybrid models, and Land Rover unveiled a trio of new models. Toyota Motor Corp.'s Scion brand is showcasing a concept based on the Toyota iQ microcar, and Acura is unveiling the ZDX, a sport sedan that Honda Motor Co.'s luxury brand said will go on sale this fall. General Motors Corp. is showing off the 2010 GMC Terrain compact crossover vehicle. Ford Motor Co. is rolling out its electric-vehicle ambitions and new models like the Ford Fusion hybrid. The company has developed active park assist which backs the car into a parking spot with the driver keeping their hands off the wheel. Montone checked out Volvo's collision avoidance system which stops the vehicle without the driver stepping on the brakes. For those looking to ride in luxury without guzzling gas, Fisker unveiled it's $87,000 green-machine Karma. And for those concerned with fuel efficiency the Volkswagen Bug is the car for you. The 2009 New York International Auto Show will run April 10 - 19 at the Jacob Javits Convention Center. source